3 Tips for Moving in Winter

When you think of household moving what time of year do you associate it with?Most likely it will be the summer months.And for good reason:1. Kids are on summer vacation.2. Homes get listed on the market.3. Homes get sold.4. Families move after closing on their homes.

With the high demand of moving companies in the summer months prices are much higher than the non-summer months.

Now do me a favor and look outside your window. It's not blistering and triple digits on the thermometer is it? Right now it's winter and we have to deal with the elements.

Below are 3 tips from movers in Reading Pennsylvania (agents for Allied Van Lines) which you can use to alleviate some of the hassle encountered in a winter move.

1. Pack beforehandTime is money and this is true of the moving industry. Many companies will charge by the hour and having your items packed and labeled beforehand will save you time and money on your bill.

2. Make walkways accessibleWithin your home don't have hallways, walkways and stairs blocked off with boxes. Obstructions like these unnecessarily slow down the moving process.

More importantly since it is winter we need to account for the weather. For the outside of your home be sure your sidewalks and driveway are safe. Shovel or use a snow blower to remove all snow from your outdoor walkways.

3. Stay warm!Temperatures can get uncomfortably cold in the Northeast. Take a proactive stance to ensure you don't get frost bite from winter exposure.Try to wrap up from head to toe. Articles for your head should include a hat, hood, scarf and earmuffs.Have a nice winter jacket to keep your core warm and gloves or mittens for your hands.

Keep these 3 tips in mind and you'll have avoid some of the potential pitfalls that may come up in your household move.